Are your menstrual products toxic?
Why are conventional menstrual products toxic? Pesticide residues: Most tampons and pads contain cotton, but unless it is organic, that cotton is often treated with pesticides and herbicides, which can leave behind toxic residues. These chemicals can be absorbed by the delicate skin of the vaginal area, potentially affecting hormonal balance. Bleaching chemicals: Many brands […]
Guide to Optimal Nutrition for Vegans
Transitioning to a vegan diet is a positive step towards a healthier lifestyle and a more sustainable planet. Veganism offers numerous health benefits, including lower risks of heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and cancer.
Supporting your mood holistically
Supporting your mood holistically Depression and nutrition Nutrition plays a significant role in mental health. A balanced diet rich in essential nutrients can help alleviate the symptoms of depression and improve overall well-being. Proper nutrition not only fuels your body but also nourishes your mind. Consuming a balanced diet rich in organic, whole foods including […]
How to support your Heart Health
How to support your Heart Health What is cardiovascular disease? Cardiovascular disease is an umbrella term for a collection of conditions relating to the heart, blood vessels and circulation. These include high blood pressure, heart attacks, strokes, angina (when blood supply to the heart is restricted) and congestive heart failure (a condition that affects the […]
How to lose weight and keep it off
How to lose weight and keep it off Faddy diets come and go, with many jumping on the bandwagon in a bid to shed weight as quickly as possible. Sustainable, healthy weight loss cannot be achieved by drinking only cabbage juice for weeks on end or popping green coffee bean tablets like they are going […]
Liver Health low-down
Why is the liver important?
The liver’s primary function is detoxification. A healthy liver deals with thousands of toxins each day
Male Fertility
Did you know that your diet can impact your reproductive health?Eating a diet that contains the right balance of healthy foods and is rich in the nutrients necessary for hormone balance and sperm production is a powerful way to support male reproductive health, even in the short term. The male reproductive organs are constantly producing […]
What is IVF, ICSI & IUI?
What is IVF, ICSI & IUI? IVF, ICSI and IUI are common procedures that can assist you to have a baby when natural conception is not working. They are all very different fertility treatments, and clients always wonder which would be the best option for them. What are the differences between IVF, ICSI and IUI? […]
How Your Female Hormones Affect Your Thyroid
How Your Female Hormones Affect Your Thyroid Do you suspect thyroid issues are behind your health concerns? You couldn’t survive without your thyroid gland, so it’s worth looking after. It can be affected by many lifestyle factors– nutrient deficiencies, inflammation, stress and lack of sleep, as well as exposure to toxic metals and pollutants. But […]
So why do I recommend the DUTCH test?
So why do I recommend the DUTCH test? Firstly, what is a DUTCH test? The DUTCH (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) test is a comprehensive test to evaluate sex and stress hormones. In addition to measuring hormone levels, this test also takes into consideration metabolites (metabolites are breakdown products of these hormones) and specific […]
Oxidative stress
Oxidative stress describes an imbalance in the body between free radicals (unstable molecules that can damage cells) and antioxidants.
The importance of folate and vitamin B12 whilst trying to conceive
Getting enough vitamin B12 and folate (vitamin B9) is important at all stages of life, but when you are trying to conceive or actually pregnant you have even more reason to include these vitamins to help ensure your little one grows as healthy as possible.
When to have your lab tests done?
Getting your blood drawn at the appropriate time in the day and in your cycle can be really helpful, to determine what’s really going on in your body.
The power of Ovulation
Ovarian hormones, oestrogen and progesterone are beneficial for health. This indicates natural ovulatory menstrual cycles are beneficial for health because ovulation is how women make hormones.
The truth about getting pregnant on cycle day 14
Only 10% of the population of women with a 28-day cycle even ovulate on day 14, this means a 21-day progesterone blood sample is likely to be misleading for many of us.
Ovulation is what makes progesterone
If you have been told you have low progesterone, you may not be ovulating, or they may be testing you at the wrong time of your cycle.
Maximising my fertility
Whether you want to get pregnant tomorrow or in a year, there are some actionable steps I can guide you with to maximize your fertility potential.
High Prolactin
High prolactin is one of several causes of androgen excess and can be mistaken for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Heavy flow and endometriosis
Heavy flow and endometriosis
Heavy bleeding is defined as producing over 80mL of blood per cycle and may also manifest as the following:
Factors that suppress ovulation
There are many habits in our daily lives that can hinder ovulation and disrupt our cycles.
Is Birth Control Messing with Your Nutrition?
Oral contraceptives are prescribed beyond preventing pregnancy, for reasons such as To regulate menstrual cycles Provide some relief for pain during menstruation Acne Ovarian cyst prevention. PMS and PMDD relief Endometriosis management Menstrual migraine relief However, there are many drawbacks of the contraceptive pill which may be affecting your future fertility. In this blog I […]
Do you know when you are ovulating?….
The importance of tracking ovulation Understanding and getting to know your cycles is so important, not only for women wishing to conceive but to understand your body even before you decide it’s time to start a family. Monitoring our cycles can indicate when you’re most fertile and how that can change over the course of […]
Balance your hormones naturally, give Seed Cycling a go…
In today’s world, stress, environmental toxins, food additives, digestive issues, food intolerances, and excessive consumption of alcohol and coffee can disrupt hormonal balance. That is why seed cycling can be such a great hormone-balancing tool. Not only can it easily be added to your diet, it’s gentle on the body, non-invasive, low in cost and […]
The four types of PCOS
What is PCOS? Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is best defined as high levels of androgens (male hormones) when all other causes of androgen excess have been ruled out. This may lead to unpleasant symptoms such as weight gain, irregular or absent periods, difficulty falling pregnant, oily skin and/or acne, hair loss or thinning hair on […]
